Last week, a group of students taking part in ‘Companhia do Estudo’ got a big surprise from their mentors! To mark the end of the school year, mentors involved in our study support programme for children decided to plan an unforgettable moment for the kids. What they thought was a picnic turned out to be a flight high above Coimbra! They were certainly flying high with excitement! Thank you ‘Companhia do Estudo’ for this memorable experience!
We are now a Certified B Corporation! 🎉 B Corps are purpose-driven companies using their power to build a more sustainable world, ensuring that business is a force for good. We join over 4,000 companies globally with B Corp status, including renowned international brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Danone and WeTransfer. B Corp certification reflects our commitment to help build a safe, inclusive and sustainable world. Want to know more? Click here: https://www.criticalsoftware.com/en/our-world/certified-b-corporation
Both people and organisations are changing the way they work and innovative ideas are now the heart of the future of work. We’re already taking the first steps towards this era of change, focusing on our people-centered mindset and positive experiences in the workplace. Covid-19 has made a massive impact on where and how people do their jobs, forcing many of us to work remotely and fit work in around our day-to-day routines. But it’s more than that. Organisations are realising that people sit at the heart of their success. It’s more important than ever to make sure that people have the flexibility to work in a way that suits them. We spoke to our Head of Facility Management, Miguel Valério, to find out his views on working models for companies like ours and the challenges they bring to the workplace. 👉 Read more below.
Back in March, we launched the ‘Companhia do Estudo’ programme – and now the pilot has finished, we can safely say it was a great success! 🤩 Companhia do Estudo aims to guide and inspire children from disadvantaged backgrounds to do well at school. Since March, we’ve helped 32 children in five different districts in Portugal, thanks to 30 volunteers from the Critical family with a great desire to make a difference. That’s not all! After the success of this trial, 'Companhia do Estudo' will be back next academic year to help even more children succeed at school. Marta Ávila is a Senior Project Manager at Critical and the first person to enrol to become a Companhia do Estudo mentor. Read Marta’s testimonial about the initiative here: https://www.criticalsoftware.com/en/news/study-support-programme-for-children
Being happy, inspired and motivated at the office (or at home if, like most of us, you’re currently working remotely) are just some things that make up the perfect job. Culture plays a big part in this. But knowing what kind of company culture fits your personality and goals can be unclear at times. Want to know more about the kind of company culture that’s right for you? Grab a pen and paper and read our blog post on finding the perfect cultural fit!
We’re delighted to grow our partnership with GoParity, building on our shared passion for making a positive impact on the world. GoParity do great things connecting investors to global sustainable development projects: from protecting marine biodiversity to engineering new ways of cutting carbon emissions – and everything in between!
We’ve partnered with Specialisterne to launch our Neurodiversity Talent Programme in Portugal. This initiative is dedicated to recruiting, training and integrating professionals with autism/Asperger’s. Diversity enriches our community and our teams, helping us to think differently about how we tackle global challenges. Expanding the talent working for Critical has already proven to be successful in other programmes and this new initiative will help us to recruit talented new Titans ready to embark on a career in tech. 🚀
Time to awaken your inner superhero! Being a Critical Titan means pushing the boundaries of technology to make an impact on our community and the lives of millions who depend on our work. They’re inspired by our mission, what we stand for, and the people who help tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges! Check out our job opportunities here: https://www.criticalsoftware.com/en/careers/join-us In the end, you don’t need superpowers to be a hero – all you need is the right chance to make a difference. 😊
The future is ours to shape. 🚀 Every day, we come to work ready to push boundaries and to change how the world wields the power of technology. So, we’re very proud to offer our people the chance to make history and achieve great milestones at Critical! If you want to make the future a better place, check out our job offers!
Family is where life begins and love never ends. 💓 Be sure to celebrate the International Day of Families with your nearest and dearest! 😊 Have a great day with your loved ones: from Critical Software.
